As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will be a crucial part of our mission to create an environment where every student can thrive academically and personally, regardless of their social, emotional, or mental health challenges. You will work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide individualized support and implement strategies that promote positive behavior and wellbeing.

Learning Support Assistant - Teaching Assistant - TA - Education and Training -  Grays

Position: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location:  Grays
Salary Scale: £80-£100  
Contract Type: Full-time  

Responsibilities:

• As an SEMH Teaching Assistant you will provide one-on-one and small group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Implement strategies and interventions to support the social and emotional development of students.
• As an SEMH Teaching Assistant you will  collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies to address specific needs.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• As an SEMH Teaching Assistant you will  monitor and assess the progress of students, providing feedback to teachers and parents.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of behavior support plans.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience in a similar Teaching Assistant role is advantageous.
• Empathy and a genuine passion for supporting students with SEMH needs.
• As an SEMH Teaching Assistant you will have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, students, and parents.
• As an SEMH Teaching Assistant you will have or be willing to learn knowledge of relevant SEMH strategies and interventions.

What We Offer:  

• Competitive pay rates  
• A supportive and collaborative work environment  
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement  
• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives  

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

For more information or to register your interest in the role of SEMH Teaching Assistant, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch within 24 hours.